1971 BMW 3 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 40 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1971 BMW 3 (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
