1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 925 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
