2007 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1958 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 730 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2190 mm |