2005 BMW 535 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1962 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 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 535 | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |