2008 BMW X6 vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW X6 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 BMW X6.
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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
