1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Suburban | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |