2003 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 325 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
