1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Oxford | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
