1986 Isuzu Piazza vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Piazza | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Piazza | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
