1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 315 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Minx | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
