1973 BMW Touring vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Touring | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |