1980 BMW 725 vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Morgan 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 725 | 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |