1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 460 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, 2012 BMW 320 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Minx | 320 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
