1972 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 520 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
