1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | Turbo | 117 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |