1960 BMW 700 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 BMW 700 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 700 | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |