2009 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 901 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
