1971 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP) has 379 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Oxford | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Morris | BMW |
Model | Oxford | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 439 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |