1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. 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 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 2800 | Six |
Year Released | 1968 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |