1993 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Morgan | BMW |
| Model | Plus 4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
