2008 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1971 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |
