1973 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Suzuki Fronte | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Fronte | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 486 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
