2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor.
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 330 (315 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 330 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
