2009 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | R8 | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
