2002 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 44 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 320 | Isis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |