2009 BMW 125 vs. 1967 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Suzuki Fronte. (38 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1967 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 125 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
