1950 Morris Six vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Six | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Six | 120 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |