1987 BMW 324 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 324 | Minor |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |