1999 BMW 323 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 323 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
