2009 BMW 125 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 125 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
