1996 BMW 535 vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1995 Morgan Plus 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 535 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |