1975 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, both 1975 BMW 520 and 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 520 | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
