1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44.
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, 2007 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 2004 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
