2004 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
