1948 Morris Minor vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Minor | X3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2797 mm |
