1995 BMW 528 vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 528 | Minx |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
