2008 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 328 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1940 mm |
