1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1966 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 2000 | Minor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |