1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 30 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, both vehicles can yield 227 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 875 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |