1969 Morris Minor vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Minor | 316 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
