1980 BMW M5 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M5 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
