1990 BMW 850 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
