2006 BMW 760 vs. 1951 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1951 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 1951 Morris Oxford
Make BMW Morris
Model 760 Oxford
Year Released 2006 1951
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1475 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 87 mm
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 2225 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 40 L