2007 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X5 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
