2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | Z4 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
