1998 BMW 728 vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1998 BMW 728 and 1998 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 86 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 728 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 728 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1035 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |