1989 BMW 316 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1989 BMW 316 is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 316 weights approximately 160 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, 1989 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 316 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 316 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
