1953 Morris Six vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1953 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Six | X6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
