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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
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 | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
