1988 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3350 mm |
