2001 BMW M vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 935 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 111 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
