2005 BMW 316 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 53 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 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 165 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 316 | Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
