1975 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
