1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 29 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 74 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 2800 | X90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
