2009 BMW 135 vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 135 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
