1985 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Morgan Plus 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.
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1985 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Plus 4 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |