2009 BMW X5 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |