1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 308 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
