1978 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |