2006 BMW 318 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 630 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, 2006 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
