1997 BMW 850 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 850 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
