2006 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 750 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |