2001 BMW 745 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3350 mm |
