2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1952 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87 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 | 1445 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
