1996 BMW 735 vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1955 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 735 | Light |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
