1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1961 Isuzu Bellel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | DB3 | Bellel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |