1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 1982 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1978 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1978 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1982 BMW 318 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Bellett | 318 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |