1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minx | 250 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3430 mm |