1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 30 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1040 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Minx | 600 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
