2002 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 330 | Isis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |