1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1740 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Isuzu Minx | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minx | 600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3910 mm |