2005 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 745 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
