1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring 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 225 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
