1988 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 535 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
