1961 BMW 700 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 700 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3350 mm |
