1997 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Morgan 4. (132 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
Make | BMW | Morgan |
Model | M3 | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 132 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |