2008 BMW 328 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1983 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. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |
