1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 45 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Minx | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |
