1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 48 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 651 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 | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
