1962 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1964 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1962 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Bellel | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Bellel | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
