2005 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |