1985 BMW 324 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 715 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 324 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
