2010 BMW 535 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 18 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 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 535 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 3350 mm |
