1980 BMW M1 vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2003 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, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M1 | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M1 | 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |