1998 BMW 730 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 730 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
