1963 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Isuzu Bellel | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bellel | 300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |