1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1974 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1800 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
