2009 BMW 128 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford.
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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 128 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
