1980 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 316 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
