1964 Isuzu Minx vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 718 kg more than 1964 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Isuzu Minx | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Cadillac |
| Model | Minx | CTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
