2004 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 525 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
