2001 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 325 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
