1976 BMW 633 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1976 BMW 633 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 633 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 633 | Light |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |