2007 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 325 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
