1972 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. 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 Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Touring | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3280 mm |
