1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 34 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1020 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Turbo | KB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |
