2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 663 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
