1995 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M3 | 1981 Isuzu Piazza | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | M3 | Piazza |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |