1974 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 35 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Touring | Swift |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |