2007 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
