1978 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 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 102 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
