2006 BMW 120 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1948 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 120 | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |