1961 BMW 700 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 700 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 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 Tank Capacity | 31 L | 117 L |