1979 BMW 633 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 633 | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |