1987 BMW Z1 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1956 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW Z1 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z1 | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |