1997 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 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 M3 (236 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2020 mm |
