2008 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (67 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 525 | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |