2008 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 372 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |