2007 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 28 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 530 | 117 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |