1988 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 973 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Suzuki Fronte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
