1957 Morris Isis vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 53 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 180 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Isis | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Isis | 118 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |