2009 BMW 550 vs. 1964 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Minx. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1964 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1964 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1964 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 550 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
