2009 BMW 125 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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 189 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 125 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
