1990 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4. 2008 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1990 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Morgan 4 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 316 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |