2007 BMW 328 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
