2009 BMW 120 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 120 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |