2012 BMW 640 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 640. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 640 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 640 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 640 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4894 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1894 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
