1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 16 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 288 GTO | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 40 L |
