1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 26 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 GMC Suburban | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |