2009 BMW 330 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 330 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 916 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
