1956 BMW 507 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 946 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1956 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 507 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3300 mm |
