1970 Morris Minor vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor.
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 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Morris Minor | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Minor | 520 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |