2009 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
