1958 Morris Minor vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |