1996 BMW 725 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 28 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 705 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 725 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
