2009 BMW X6 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | X6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
