1974 BMW 518 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1974 BMW 518 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 518 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 518. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 518 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
