1993 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M5 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
