1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 961 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
| Model | Minx | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4200 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 | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3063 mm |
