1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 467 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1500 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
