2009 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
