1978 BMW M1 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. 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 M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M1 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 30 L |
