2007 BMW 328 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 328 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1940 mm |
