1990 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 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 525 (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 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 |
