1999 BMW 730 vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 730 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
