1955 Morris Minor vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 878 kg more than 1955 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 325 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |