2007 BMW X3 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
