2009 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1975 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
