1996 BMW 523 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 40 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, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1956 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 523 | Isis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |