1978 BMW 628 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 BMW 628 is newer by 2 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, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 628. 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, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 628 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3300 mm |
