1986 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 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 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
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 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 730 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
