1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
