2005 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 330 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
