1972 BMW 3 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 3 | Minx |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |