2009 BMW 125 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 53 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 253 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, 2009 BMW 125 (251 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 125 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
