1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 780 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
