1996 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 535 | KB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
