1995 BMW 520 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 833 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 520 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
