1971 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | Touring | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 660 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 |
