1977 BMW 732 vs. 1987 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Morgan Plus 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1987 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 732 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
