1979 BMW 732 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 732 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
