2007 BMW X3 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |