2001 BMW M vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 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 M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
