1978 BMW 520 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 22 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 720 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.
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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 520 | Minx |
Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |