1975 BMW 316 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 316 | Minor |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |