2005 BMW 525 vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 525 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
