1990 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 520 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 996 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 |
