1993 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1993 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1993 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Morgan 4 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Morgan | BMW |
Model | 4 | 535 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |