2007 BMW X3 vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. 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 1951 Morris Oxford. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
