2009 BMW 550 vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 550 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1584 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
