1998 BMW M vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 450 kg more than 1951 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 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 | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |