2009 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3300 mm |
