1975 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Morgan 4.
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, 1982 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 316 | 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |