1960 Morris Minor vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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 X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | X3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2979 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 | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 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 | 792 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |