2002 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
