2007 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 28 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, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4093 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
