1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1971 BMW 2002 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Isis weights approximately 307 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1956 Morris Isis (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 2002 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
