1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 29 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, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2933 mm |