1980 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 316 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 316 | 44 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
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 | 3900 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 |