2006 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 645 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
