1986 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117. 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 730 | 117 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |