1973 BMW 3 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
