1959 BMW 700 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 117 L |
