1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 1600 | Cervo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |