2009 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1974 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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
