2005 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
