1974 BMW 518 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 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 335 kg more than 1978 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, 1974 BMW 518 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 518 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 518 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |