1989 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |
