1996 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
