1991 BMW M12 vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M12 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3350 mm |
