2004 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 325 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
