2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 700 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2130 mm |
