2006 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
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 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M6 | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |