2007 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |
