1981 BMW 528 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 528 | Light |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
