2007 BMW X3 vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 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 1965 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 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
