1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 680 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
