1988 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 31 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 1053 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Light |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
