2009 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 650 | Fronte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |