2003 BMW 530 vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
