1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Bellel | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
