1976 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 630 | Equator |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |