1985 BMW 324 vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 324 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
