2005 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X5 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |
