1983 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 316 | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |