1986 BMW M6 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M6 | Light |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
