1988 BMW 520 vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
