1983 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 320 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 320 | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |