1989 BMW 730 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
