1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian. 1982 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 2000 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
