2008 BMW M6 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 51 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M6 | Isis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |