2009 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 193 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
