1992 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 332 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
