2000 BMW 528 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 528 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
