2009 BMW 320 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 320 | Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
