1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 41 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 502 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alpina |
| Model | Bellett | B3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 271 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
