1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Bellett | R8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
