2006 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2040 mm |
