1965 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1965 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, 1998 Lexus GS (415 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1965 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1965 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellel | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lexus |
| Model | Bellel | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
