1977 BMW 732 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 732 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 117 L |
