2008 BMW 318 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 29 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, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 837 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
