2007 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1968 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 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 335 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
