1988 BMW 524 vs. 1955 Morris Isis
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Morris Isis. (86 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Isis weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1955 Morris Isis | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 524 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
