2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1963 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z9 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
