2001 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |