1990 BMW 316 vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1962 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 316 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
