2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 48 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 885 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V12 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
