1978 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1979 BMW M1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW M1 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | LJ 50 | M1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2570 mm |
