1971 BMW Touring vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Touring | 4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |