1998 BMW 328 vs. 1987 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1987 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 328 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
