1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW Z1 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | Z1 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |