2006 BMW 530 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford.
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 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 530 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |