1973 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Morgan | BMW |
| Model | 4 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
