2007 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1971 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M5 | 1971 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M5 | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |