1977 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 18 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 870 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 528 | Light |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
