1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 800 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1960 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1960 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | SL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
