1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Isuzu Wizard
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Wizard is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Wizard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Wizard should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Wizard weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Isuzu Wizard (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Wizard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2003 Isuzu Wizard | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 1600 | Wizard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
