1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 1600 | Minor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |