1987 BMW M6 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW M6 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | M6 | Trooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |