2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z4 | Isis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
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 | 189 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |