2007 BMW 760 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1964 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 760 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |