1974 BMW Touring vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Suburban |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 7445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |