1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Isuzu Minx | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
