1971 BMW 3 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1973 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1973 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 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
