1996 BMW 840 vs. 1983 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1983 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 840 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2160 mm |
