1986 BMW 325 vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1952 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |