1968 Morris Minor vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Minor | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 645 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |