1975 Bristol 411 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1975 Bristol 411 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bristol 411 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bristol 411 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Bristol | Isuzu |
| Model | 411 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
