1992 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 1992 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 740 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
