1959 BMW 503 vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1965 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 503 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |