1979 BMW 628 vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 628 | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 628 | Minx |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |