2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 39 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 480 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1549 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpina | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
