1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | Plus 4 | 328 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |