1978 BMW M1 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 BMW M1 | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M1 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3300 mm |