1984 BMW 628 vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza

To start off, both 1984 BMW 628 and 1984 Isuzu Piazza were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Piazza.

Compare all specifications:

1984 BMW 628 1984 Isuzu Piazza
Make BMW Isuzu
Model 628 Piazza
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2788 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 7.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm


 

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