1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Dinan | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
