1957 Morris Minor vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | Z3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |