1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 57 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 895 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2012 BMW 550 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. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Oxford | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Oxford | 550 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2968 mm |