1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 520 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2968 mm |