2007 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 335 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |