2008 BMW 328 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 328 | 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 328 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |