1988 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 316 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 M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
