1954 Morris Minor vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1954 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2006 BMW 335 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 335 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |