2009 BMW 335 vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1963 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 335 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
