2007 BMW 130 vs. 1960 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Isuzu Minx. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1960 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 130 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
