2007 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 328 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |