2001 Suzuki EV Sport vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | EV Sport | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
