1986 BMW 735 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 28 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 371 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 735 | Isis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |