2009 BMW 335 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 500 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 335 | Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
