1959 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 700 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2180 mm |
