1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 2004 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
