1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1955 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 Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 22 L |
