1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 2800 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
