2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
