1999 BMW X5 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 30 L |
