2008 BMW 525 vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1951 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 525 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |