1988 BMW M3 vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M3 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
