2009 BMW 650 vs. 1956 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1956 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1956 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 650 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
