1998 BMW 328 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1959 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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 328 | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 546 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 |
