1980 BMW M1 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett 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 182 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M1 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
