1975 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
