2000 BMW X5 vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X5 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
