2009 BMW X5 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X5 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
