1995 BMW S3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 848 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
