1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 28 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 520. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 520 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2968 mm |