1988 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. 1988 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1974 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1974 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
