1989 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2005 Isuzu KB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu KB weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu KB. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2005 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 850 | KB |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2998 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
