1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1952 Morris Oxford. 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
