2005 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
