1989 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Morgan 4 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 730 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |