1978 BMW 730 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1978 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1956 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | Light |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
