1974 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Touring | Samurai |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |