2009 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. 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 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1955 Morris Oxford
Make BMW Morris
Model 530 Oxford
Year Released 2009 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm