1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 2800 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
