1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 348 | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
