1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1958 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Light | 535 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2888 mm |
