2005 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Piazza would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Piazza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
