2009 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1971 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
