2006 BMW M6 vs. 1948 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 437 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six.
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 M6 (705 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1948 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M6 | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
