2002 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
