2005 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 47 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, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 83 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, 2005 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 318 | Isis |
Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 141 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 200 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |