1967 Isuzu Florian vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Florian. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Florian. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1967 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1967 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Florian | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Florian | 740 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
