1956 BMW Isetta vs. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1956 BMW Isetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1956 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1956 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW Isetta | 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Isetta | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 118 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3090 mm |
