1988 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
