2005 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (237 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
