2009 BMW X5 vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 180 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |