1996 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Samurai | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Samurai | 330 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
