2009 BMW 118 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 46 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), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 416 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 118 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
