1997 BMW 850 vs. 1991 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1991 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3300 mm |
