2009 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 610 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 550 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1098 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
