2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 890 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 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Isuzu Minx. 2005 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 612 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
