1975 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 318 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 318 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. 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, 2012 BMW 318 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 BMW 318 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Bellett | 318 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |