2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 939 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1959 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1959 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | V Sixteen | Minx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2440 mm |
