2007 BMW X3 vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 475 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2240 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 |
