1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 691 kg more than 1969 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | SLS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
