1981 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1965 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 525 | 1965 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
