1977 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Suzuki Cervo | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Cervo | 535 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2968 mm |
