1983 BMW M6 vs. 1992 Morgan 4

To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.

Compare all specifications:

1983 BMW M6 1992 Morgan 4
Make BMW Morgan
Model M6 4
Year Released 1983 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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