1992 BMW 540 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 1992 BMW 540 and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 540 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3350 mm |