2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 400 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpina | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
