2008 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 325 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
