1961 Morris Minor vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 50 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Minor | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
