2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | V8 Vantage | Minx |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |