2009 BMW 745 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1954 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 745 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |