1993 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 30 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 536 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M3 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
