2001 BMW Compact vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 1977 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Compact | Florian |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
