2005 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 49 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, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 203 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 525 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
