2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx

To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1500 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 784 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Bentley Continental 1956 Isuzu Minx
Make Bentley Isuzu
Model Continental Minx
Year Released 2001 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6746 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 421 HP 45 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5360 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2440 mm


 

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