1996 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 866 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | 730 | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |