1982 BMW 328 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 328 | Minor |
Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 67 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 825 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |