1959 BMW 600 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 581 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 600 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Suzuki Fronte (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
