2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 335 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
