1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z1 | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |