1961 Morris Minor vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 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 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Morris Minor | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 316 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |