1949 BMW 340 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 56 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 340 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
