1981 BMW 745 vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 745 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |
