1958 BMW 600 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 600 (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 600 (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Light |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
