1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 630 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
