1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 49 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1320 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Bentley |
| Model | Minx | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
