1980 BMW M1 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | M1 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |