1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 745 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
