2008 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
