1990 BMW 525 vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 669 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
