1998 BMW 728 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 728 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
