1970 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1628 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Suzuki Fronte | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Fronte | X5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
