2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 254 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 360 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
