2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 528 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |