1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu 117 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | 117 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
