1995 BMW S3 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 786 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | S3 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
