2005 BMW 760 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1953 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 760 | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6129 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |