1983 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 320 | Isis |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |