1963 BMW 502 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 742 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 502. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 502 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
