1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 855 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Minx | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2761 mm |
