2009 BMW M6 vs. 1957 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1957 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1957 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | M6 | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
