1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 125 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
