2003 BMW 645 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 645 | Six |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
