2000 BMW 320 vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
