2001 BMW M3 vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M3 (502 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3350 mm |
