2000 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
