1968 Isuzu 117 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu 117 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | 117 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1818 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
