2004 BMW 118 vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Isuzu Bellel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 118 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 118 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
