1996 BMW 725 vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 725 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
