2009 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor 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 384 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
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 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M3 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |