1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1956 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 1600 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 1600 | Minor |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 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 |