1990 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |