2009 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 41 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | R8 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
