1998 BMW 323 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 323 | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
