1957 BMW 503 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 503 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 503 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 503 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
