2009 BMW 525 vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1964 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 525 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |