1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1967 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1967 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1967 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 1500 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
