1998 BMW 328 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 35 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 706 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 328 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
