1999 BMW V12 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1950 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW V12 | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | V12 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5990 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1002 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
