2006 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | M3 | Bellel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |