1987 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 750 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |
