1992 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
