1961 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Oxford | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Oxford | 335 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1620 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
