1999 BMW 330 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
