1985 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1985 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 628 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
