1992 BMW 540 vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 has manual transmission. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 540 | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |