1949 Morris Minor vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 545 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |