1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
