1977 BMW 520 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1977 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 520 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 520 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
