2006 BMW 130 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 130 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |
