2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. 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 Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z4 | Minor |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |