2009 BMW 528 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 528 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3350 mm |
