2008 BMW 116 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 116 | Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
