1956 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 2009 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 2009 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Oxford | 520 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
