1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 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 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 156 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 635 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z3 | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 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 | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |