1973 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Touring | I-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
