1996 BMW 540 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 540 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
