1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 1600 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
