1996 BMW 540 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 540 | Light |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |