1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 2010 BMW 650 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. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Bellett | 650 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |