1965 Morris Traveller vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 853 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Traveller | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Traveller | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |