1989 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Jimny | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Jimny | 125 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
