1971 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Fronte | 335 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
