1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Minx | 850 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
