1985 BMW 324 vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian. 1983 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 324 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
