1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1957 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1957 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Isuzu | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Minx | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3120 mm |