1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Alpina | Isuzu |
| Model | B 12 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
