2008 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 208 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Isis. 2008 BMW 320 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. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1956 Morris Isis | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 320 | Isis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2639 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1297 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 |
