2008 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
