2006 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 330 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
