1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 410 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | Z3 | 117 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |