2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1961 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1961 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
