1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 17 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 199 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Dinan | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
