2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Convertible | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3300 mm |
