1977 BMW 728 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1960 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 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 728 | Light |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
