1999 BMW 750 vs. 1966 Morris Minor

To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 750 1966 Morris Minor
Make BMW Morris
Model 750 Minor
Year Released 1999 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5370 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 81 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 64.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 83.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2190 mm


 

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