2007 BMW 323 vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 49 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, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 179 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, 2007 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 323 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 1494 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
