1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Oxford | 528 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |