1994 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Morris Minor

To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW M3 1969 Morris Minor
Make BMW Morris
Model M3 Minor
Year Released 1994 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2990 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 281 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 64.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 83.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 52 L


 

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