1957 Morris Minor vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 51 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 753 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |