2001 BMW X5 vs. 1972 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 29 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1972 GMC Suburban | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 7445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |