1986 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1966 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1966 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M5 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
