1983 BMW 525 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 950 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
