1983 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1981 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
