1954 BMW 340 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1954 BMW 340 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 340 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 340 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
