1994 BMW 735 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 735 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |