1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 535 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2968 mm |
