2007 BMW 530 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1954 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 530 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |