2001 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 860 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |