1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2933 mm |