1986 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Morgan 4 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 118 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |