2008 BMW 525 vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
