2005 BMW M6 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 46 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 835 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 2005 BMW M6 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. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M6 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
