1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | Panamera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |