1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | GT 40 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
