2006 BMW 545 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 545 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
