2008 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |