2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1959 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 Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
