1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 640 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2968 mm |