2006 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
