1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 1600 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
