2006 BMW M5 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M5 | Light |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
