1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW Z1 | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | Z1 | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 660 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 |