1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |