1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1270 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2954 mm |
