1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 566 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Cadillac |
| Model | Bellel | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
