1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 53 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2008 BMW 316 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. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Oxford | 316 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |