2002 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 330 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
