2007 BMW 650 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3350 mm |
