1957 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 49 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Minx | Cayman |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |