1991 BMW 518 vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 518 | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 518 | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |