1992 BMW 540 vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 540 | Light |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
