1972 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |