1971 BMW 3 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Light |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
