1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1962 Isuzu Minx is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1962 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | 320 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
