1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
