1980 Isuzu Florian vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1980 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Isuzu Florian | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Florian | 135 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
