1998 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 320 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 1998 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Morris Traveller, 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1969 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 320 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
