1960 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 51 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Isuzu Minx | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Minx | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |
