2005 BMW 530 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 1950 Morris Oxford
Make BMW Morris
Model 530 Oxford
Year Released 2005 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1476 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 87 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1002 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L