1962 BMW 700 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 1 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 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1961 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 700 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
