1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1993 BMW 5.8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 5.8 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Because 1993 BMW 5.8 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 1993 BMW 5.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 5.8 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
