M59 1.4 Petrol question

[geoff]

I've been offered a low mileage 1.4 petrol M59 by a friend who lives about 300 miles away from me.

Question - how does this engine perform ?  I currently have the 1.6 Hdi 90 engine

Slug / slouch or not ? how does it compare to the 1.6 Hdi

I guess I'm prejudiced towards the diesel but am I being unkind ?

[boop]

I did not like it. It feels like the engine mounts are made of mush. The engine moves around in the engine bay so much you'll be hunting for the gear stick. It follows the engine around.

[geoff]

Thanks for the reply, appreciate it .