2007 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 335 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
