1959 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 700 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
