1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 645 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellel | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
