1956 BMW 507 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 507 | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |