2009 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 52 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M3 | Isis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |