2006 BMW 530 vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2180 mm |
