1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3210 mm |
