1957 Morris Isis vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Isis | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Isis | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
