1993 BMW 856 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 856 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
