1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 BMW 650.
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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 650 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2855 mm |