1999 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 574 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 323 | KB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
