2004 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 325 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
