1979 BMW 633 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 633 | Isis |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |