1971 Morris Traveller vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Traveller | 123 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
