1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1968 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB3 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
