1973 Bristol 411 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1973 Bristol 411 is newer by 5 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 762 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 411 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
