1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |
