1993 BMW 840 vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 840 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
