2007 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
