1996 BMW 540 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 540 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
