1987 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
