1995 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
Because 1995 BMW 330 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 1995 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
