1992 BMW 540 vs. 1963 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1963 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | 540 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 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 |
