1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 535 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3071 mm |
