1968 Morris Minor vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 43 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1420 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Minor | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 550 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |