2009 BMW M3 vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M3 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
