1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2968 mm |
