1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1969 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | 62 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
