2001 BMW Compact vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 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 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | Compact | Minx |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
