1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1966 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (81 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 127 kg more than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellel. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1966 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
