1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 57 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | Panamera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |