1983 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1961 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1961 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 525 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
