2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |