1988 BMW 535 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 535 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
