1990 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 316 | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
