1992 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3350 mm |
