2008 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 320 (210 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 320 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
