1972 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 3 | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |