2009 BMW 550 vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1964 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 550 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
