1959 Isuzu Minx vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1959 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Isuzu Minx | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | 250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
