1972 Isuzu 117 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Isuzu 117 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | 117 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
