2009 BMW 135 vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 135 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 209 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 |
