1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2497 mm |