1987 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett

To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 1978 Isuzu Bellett
Make BMW Isuzu
Model 750 Bellett
Year Released 1987 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 297 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2410 mm


 

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