1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1955 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 Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z3 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |