1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 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 | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
