2003 BMW 645 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor 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 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1958 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 645 | Minor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |