1967 Morris Minor vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | Z4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |