1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 120 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |