1997 BMW 850 vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2060 mm |
