1958 Morris Minor vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 55 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1425 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | X5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |