2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 884 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | Vanquish | Minx |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |