1949 BMW 340 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 340 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
