2000 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
