1998 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
