1977 BMW 528 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 484 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 528 | KB |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
