1998 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 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 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 1199 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
