1985 BMW 324 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (111 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 324 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
