2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 799 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
