2007 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 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 320 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1983 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
