2001 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 745 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
