2009 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 725 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, 2009 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 325 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |