1995 BMW 840 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1957 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 840 | Light |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
