2005 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 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.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 325 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 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 |
