1971 BMW 3 vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte 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 182 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2060 mm |
