1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 46 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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 Turbo (177 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Turbo | Minx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
